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Gao T, Wang Y, Lai J, Wang F, Yao G, Bao S, Liu J, Wan X, Chen C, Zhang Y, Jiang H, Jiang S, Han P. Effects of nitrile compounds on the structure and function of soil microbial communities as revealed by metagenomes. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2024; 261:119700. [PMID: 39074770 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2024.119700] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2024] [Revised: 07/07/2024] [Accepted: 07/26/2024] [Indexed: 07/31/2024]
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The proliferation of nitrile mixtures has significantly exacerbated environmental pollution. This study employed metagenomic analysis to investigate the short-term effects of nitrile mixtures on soil microbial communities and their metabolic functions. It also examined the responses of indigenous microorganisms and their functional metabolic genes across various land use types to different nitrile stressors. The nitrile compound treatments in this study resulted in an increase in the abundance of Proteobacteria, Actinobacteria, and Firmicutes, while simultaneously reducing overall microbial diversity. The key genes involved in the denitrification process, namely, nirK, nosZ, and hao, were down-regulated, and NO3--N, NO2--N, and NH4+-N concentrations decreased by 7.7%-12.3%, 11.1%-21.3%, and 11.3%-30.9%, respectively. Notably, pond sludge samples exhibited a significant increase in the abundance of nitrogen fixation-related genes nifH, vnfK, vnfH, and vnfG following exposure to nitrile compounds. Furthermore, the fumarase gene fumD, which is responsible for catalyzing fumaric acid into malic acid in the tricarboxylic acid cycle, showed a substantial increase of 7.2-10.6-fold upon nitrile addition. Enzyme genes associated with the catechol pathway, including benB-xylY, dmpB, dmpC, dmpH, and mhpD, displayed increased abundance, whereas genes related to the benzoyl-coenzyme A pathway, such as bcrA, dch, had, oah, and gcdA, were notably reduced. In summary, complex nitrile compounds were found to significantly reduce the species diversity of soil microorganisms. Nitrile-tolerant microorganisms demonstrated the ability to degrade and adapt to nitrile pollutants by enhancing functional enzymes involved in the catechol pathway and fenugreek conversion pathway. This study offers insights into the specific responses of microorganisms to compound nitrile contamination, as well as valuable information for screening nitrile-degrading microorganisms and identifying nitrile metabolic enzymes.
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- Ting Gao
- School of Life Science and Engineering, Southwest University of Science and Technology, Mianyang, 621010, China; State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing, 102205, China
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- School of Life Science and Engineering, Southwest University of Science and Technology, Mianyang, 621010, China; State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing, 102205, China
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- School of Life Science and Engineering, Southwest University of Science and Technology, Mianyang, 621010, China
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- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing, 102205, China
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- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing, 102205, China
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- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing, 102205, China
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- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing, 102205, China
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- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing, 102205, China
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- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing, 102205, China
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- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing, 102205, China
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- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing, 102205, China
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- School of Life Science and Engineering, Southwest University of Science and Technology, Mianyang, 621010, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of NBC Protection for Civilian, Beijing, 102205, China.
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Feng C, Chen J, Ye W, Wang Z. Nitrile hydratase as a promising biocatalyst: recent advances and future prospects. Biotechnol Lett 2024:10.1007/s10529-024-03530-y. [PMID: 39269672 DOI: 10.1007/s10529-024-03530-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2024] [Revised: 08/05/2024] [Accepted: 08/28/2024] [Indexed: 09/15/2024]
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Amides are an important type of synthetic intermediate used in the chemical, agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical industries. The traditional chemical process of converting nitriles into the corresponding amides is feasible but is restricted because of the harsh conditions required. In recent decades, nitrile hydratase (NHase, EC 4.2.1.84) has attracted considerable attention because of its application in nitrile transformation as a prominent biocatalyst. In this review, we provide a comprehensive survey of recent advances in NHase research in terms of natural distribution, enzyme screening, and molecular modification on the basis of its characteristics and catalytic mechanism. Additionally, industrial applications and recent significant biotechnology advances in NHase bioengineering and immobilization techniques are systematically summarized. Moreover, the current challenges and future perspectives for its further development in industrial applications for green chemistry were also discussed. This study contributes to the current state-of-the-art, providing important technical information for new NHase applications in manufacturing industries.
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- Chao Feng
- Department of Urology, Tongde Hospital of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongde Hospital of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongde Hospital of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Urology, Tongde Hospital of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China.
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Khafaga DSR, Muteeb G, Elgarawany A, Aatif M, Farhan M, Allam S, Almatar BA, Radwan MG. Green nanobiocatalysts: enhancing enzyme immobilization for industrial and biomedical applications. PeerJ 2024; 12:e17589. [PMID: 38993977 PMCID: PMC11238728 DOI: 10.7717/peerj.17589] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2024] [Accepted: 05/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/13/2024] Open
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Nanobiocatalysts (NBCs), which merge enzymes with nanomaterials, provide a potent method for improving enzyme durability, efficiency, and recyclability. This review highlights the use of eco-friendly synthesis methods to create sustainable nanomaterials for enzyme transport. We investigate different methods of immobilization, such as adsorption, ionic and covalent bonding, entrapment, and cross-linking, examining their pros and cons. The decreased environmental impact of green-synthesized nanomaterials from plants, bacteria, and fungi is emphasized. The review exhibits the various uses of NBCs in food industry, biofuel production, and bioremediation, showing how they can enhance effectiveness and eco-friendliness. Furthermore, we explore the potential impact of NBCs in biomedicine. In general, green nanobiocatalysts are a notable progression in enzyme technology, leading to environmentally-friendly and effective biocatalytic methods that have important impacts on industrial and biomedical fields.
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- Doaa S. R. Khafaga
- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Galala University, Suez, Egypt
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- Department of Nursing, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Public Health, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Basic Sciences, King Faisal University, Al Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
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- Faculty of Medicine, Galala University, Suez, Egypt
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- Department of Nursing, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
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Kou L, Chen H, Zhang X, Liu S, Zhang B, Zhu H, Du Z. Enhanced degradation of phthalate esters (PAEs) by biochar-sodium alginate immobilised Rhodococcus sp. KLW-1. ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY 2024; 45:3367-3380. [PMID: 37191443 DOI: 10.1080/09593330.2023.2215456] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2023] [Accepted: 04/28/2023] [Indexed: 05/17/2023]
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In this study, a new strain of bacteria, named Rhodococcus sp. KLW-1, was isolated from farmland soil contaminated by plastic mulch for more than 30 years. To improve the application performance of free bacteria and find more ways to use waste biochar, KLW-1 was immobilised on waste biochar by sodium alginate embedding method to prepare immobilised pellet. Response Surface Method (RSM) predicted that under optimal conditions (3% sodium alginate, 2% biochar and 4% CaCl2), di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) degradation efficiency of 90.48% can be achieved. Under the adverse environmental conditions of pH 5 and 9, immobilisation increased the degradation efficiency of 100 mg/L DEHP by 16.42% and 11.48% respectively, and under the high-stress condition of 500 mg/L DEHP concentration, immobilisation increased the degradation efficiency from 71.52% to 91.56%, making the immobilised pellets have strong stability and impact load resistance to environmental stress. In addition, immobilisation also enhanced the degradation efficiency of several phthalate esters (PAEs) widely existing in the environment. After four cycles of utilisation, the immobilised particles maintained stable degradation efficiency for different PAEs. Therefore, immobilised pellets have great application potential for the remediation of the actual environment.
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- Liangwei Kou
- School of Environmental Engineering, Henan University of Technology, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
- Henan International Joint Laboratory of Environmental Pollution, Remediation and Grain Quality Security, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- School of Environmental Engineering, Henan University of Technology, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
- Henan International Joint Laboratory of Environmental Pollution, Remediation and Grain Quality Security, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- School of Environmental Engineering, Henan University of Technology, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
- Henan International Joint Laboratory of Environmental Pollution, Remediation and Grain Quality Security, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- School of Environmental Engineering, Henan University of Technology, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
- Henan International Joint Laboratory of Environmental Pollution, Remediation and Grain Quality Security, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- School of Environmental Engineering, Henan University of Technology, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
- Henan International Joint Laboratory of Environmental Pollution, Remediation and Grain Quality Security, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- School of Environmental Engineering, Henan University of Technology, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
- Henan International Joint Laboratory of Environmental Pollution, Remediation and Grain Quality Security, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- School of Environmental Engineering, Henan University of Technology, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
- Henan International Joint Laboratory of Environmental Pollution, Remediation and Grain Quality Security, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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Himalayan Fern Cheilanthes bicolor Mediated Fabrication and Characterization of Iron Nanoparticles with Antimicrobial Potential. BIONANOSCIENCE 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s12668-022-00969-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Nanocarriers-based immobilization of enzymes for industrial application. 3 Biotech 2021; 11:427. [PMID: 34603907 DOI: 10.1007/s13205-021-02953-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2021] [Accepted: 07/28/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022] Open
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Nanocarriers-based immobilization strategies are a novel concept in the enhancement of enzyme stability, shelf life and efficiency. A wide range of natural and artificial supports have been assessed for their efficacy in enzyme immobilization. Nanomaterials epitomize unique and fascinating matrices for enzyme immobilization. These structures include carbon nanotubes, superparamagnetic nanoparticles and nanofibers. These nano-based supports offer stable attachment of enzymes, thus ensuring their reusability in diverse industrial applications. This review attempts to encompass recent developments in the critical role played by nanotechnology towards the improvement of the practical applicability of microbial enzymes. Nanoparticles are increasingly being used in combination with various polymers to facilitate enzyme immobilization. These endeavors are proving to be conducive for enzyme-catalyzed industrial operations. In recent years the diversity of nanomaterials has grown tremendously, thus offering endless opportunities in the form of novel combinations for various biotransformation experimentations. These nanocarriers are advantageous for both free enzymes and whole-cell immobilization, thus demonstrating to be relatively effective in several fermentation procedures.
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Sahu R, Meghavarnam AK, Janakiraman S. Evaluation of acrylamide production by Rhodococcus rhodochrous (RS-6) cells immobilized in agar matrix. J Appl Microbiol 2021; 132:1978-1989. [PMID: 34564923 DOI: 10.1111/jam.15303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2021] [Revised: 09/03/2021] [Accepted: 09/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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AIMS The efficiency of acrylamide production was examined with immobilized cells of Rhodococcus rhodochrous (RS-6) containing NHase. METHODS AND RESULTS Different entrapment matrices such as agar, alginate and polyacrylamide were used. Various immobilization parameters like agar concentration, cell concentration and reaction conditions affecting the bioconversion process using suitable matrices were determined. The cells immobilized with agar matrix were found to be most effective for acrylonitrile conversion. The bioconversion was more efficient in beads prepared with 2% agar and 5% (v/v) cell concentration. The entire conversion of acrylonitrile to acrylamide with agar entrapped cells was achieved in 120 min at 15°C. The agar entrapped R. rhodochrous (RS-6) cells exhibited 8% (w/v) tolerance to acrylonitrile and 35% tolerance to acrylamide. The immobilized cells also retained 50% of its conversion ability up to seven cycles. The laboratory-scale (1 L) production resulted in 466 g L-1 accumulation of acrylamide in 16 h. CONCLUSIONS The cells immobilized in agar showed better stability and biocatalytic properties and increased reusability potential. SIGNIFICANCE AND IMPACT OF THE STUDY The agar-immobilized Rhodococcus rhodochrous (RS-6) cells showed enhanced tolerance for both the substrate and product and is economical for the large-scale production of acrylamide.
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- Ruchi Sahu
- Department of Microbiology and Biotechnology, Bangalore University, Bangalore, India
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- Department of Microbiology and Biotechnology, Bangalore University, Bangalore, India
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Chen L, Hu W, Du M, Song Y, Wu Z, Zheng Q. Bioinspired, Recyclable, Stretchable Hydrogel with Boundary Ultralubrication. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2021; 13:42240-42249. [PMID: 34436862 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.1c12631] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Although hydrogels exhibit excellent low frictional behavior, their friction coefficients cannot meet the requirements for biology, especially at low sliding velocities. Inspired by the natural lubrication mechanism from animals, plants, or even microorganisms, a nonionic surfactant, Tween 80, was introduced into a biofriendly poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) hydrogel to construct a composite hydrogel with ultralubrication. Such a combination endows PVA hydrogels with an ultralow coefficient of friction (10-3 to 10-4) under an extremely low sliding velocity (0.01 mm/s). Tween 80 micelles and aggregates, together with hydrophobic molds, induce rough surfaces and high carbon contents on the surface of the hydrogel, promoting excellent lubrication behavior of the composite hydrogel. In addition to the desirable lubrication, this environmentally friendly composite hydrogel also exhibited excellent flexibility at subzero temperatures, tensile properties, and good recyclability. Additionally, the method of introducing Tween 80 into hydrogels to reduce friction is also effective in chemically crosslinked double-network hydrogels.
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- Lu Chen
- MOE Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Synthesis and Functionalization, Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Synthesis and Functionalization, Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Synthesis and Functionalization, Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Synthesis and Functionalization, Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Synthesis and Functionalization, Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Synthesis and Functionalization, Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China
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Hu Y, Yang Y, Tian F, Xu P, Du R, Xia X, Xu S. Fabrication of Stiffness Gradient Nanocomposite Hydrogels for Mimicking Cell Microenvironment. Macromol Res 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s13233-021-9056-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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